Whether you are looking to buy or invest in a new business, sell a business that you have been building up over many years or need practical legal advice on a commercial contract, we have the skills to help you.

Unfortunately from time to time differences arise between businesses, or individuals, which cannot be resolved.

Given the unfamiliar situations that disputes can create, we will provide you with fast and efficient commercial legal advice in a clear and understandable manner. This will provide you with sufficient information for you to assess your options and make informed commercial decisions.

Finding the right property for your business is paramount – all details of your property matter must be carefully considered.
That is why you’ll need a team on your side, who can guide you through the process and offer you thorough advice, to make sure that every aspect of the transaction is right for you and your business.

Our employment law service is headed up by one of our founders, Amanda Jefferies. Our team offers practical, cost-effective and tailored advice to businesses of all sizes and individuals on all aspects of employment law, from implementing compliant policies and contracts, to advising upon specific disputes within the workplace and where necessary, representing the interests of our clients in the employment tribunal or the courts.

Employment Law for Individuals

We have a great deal of experience in advising individuals, whether they are employees, partners or other workers in respect of difficulties in the workplace.

Cost

We understand that the thought of instructing a solicitor can be daunting and that the fear of the likely costs involved can be enough to put some people off taking advice. We are always happy to have a telephone conversation with you at the outset. Sometimes, this is all it takes to put your mind at rest but if it is then necessary to meet with you to discuss the matter in detail, we will usually agree a fixed fee for the meeting, which can be less than £100.

We understand that the thought of legal costs escalating out of control can be very scary and we will always be clear with you about the costs of your case so that you can budget accordingly.

There are a number of ways in which we can help you manage your legal costs with us, so do not let that be a barrier to seeking the advice that you may need as a matter of urgency.

Areas covered

We can help you with any difficulties that you might be experiencing at any stage of your working life, from recruitment through to retirement, including:

Recruitment and selection;

Contracts of employment, including advice upon restrictive covenants;

Changing terms and conditions of employment;

Disciplinary and grievance issues;

Maternity, paternity and other “family friendly” rights;

Discrimination and harassment

Bullying at work;

Directorships and shareholder disputes;

Redundancy;

Retirement;

Unfair dismissal;

Advice on when businesses are bought or sold;

Executive terminations;

Tribunal claims

Settlement (or Compromise) Agreements

We can also advise on settlement agreements. These legally binding agreements usually between an employee and an employer whether parties aim to set out the terms and conditions reached one a contract of employment is to be (or has been) terminated or dispute as to be resolved (when the employment contract is not been terminated). We can provide the independent legal advice which is necessary in such cases. The associated legal fees (or at least a contribution towards them) is usually paid by the employer.

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Contact Us

Whether you are looking to buy or invest in a new business, sell a business that you have been building up over many years or need practical legal advice on a commercial contract, we have the skills to help you.

Unfortunately from time to time differences arise between businesses, or individuals, which cannot be resolved.

Given the unfamiliar situations that disputes can create, we will provide you with fast and efficient commercial legal advice in a clear and understandable manner. This will provide you with sufficient information for you to assess your options and make informed commercial decisions.

Finding the right property for your business is paramount – all details of your property matter must be carefully considered.
That is why you’ll need a team on your side, who can guide you through the process and offer you thorough advice, to make sure that every aspect of the transaction is right for you and your business.

Our employment law service is headed up by one of our founders, Amanda Jefferies. Our team offers practical, cost-effective and tailored advice to businesses of all sizes and individuals on all aspects of employment law, from implementing compliant policies and contracts, to advising upon specific disputes within the workplace and where necessary, representing the interests of our clients in the employment tribunal or the courts.